Professional Background
Keith previously worked at NASA and began writing in 1994, focusing on developments in the space industry. In 2010, he launched his own news blog, DCNewsroom. His professional interests include gambling, the FAA, aviation, aerospace, aircraft, NASA, spacecraft, and astronomy. He left NASA in 1997 and has since frequently reported on developments in the U.S. gambling landscape, among other topics.
“The gambling industry was quickly added to my collection of topics to cover. With the launch of sports betting in Virginia in 2021, I was provided an opportunity to cover sports wagering as a part-time journalist. Today, my focus has expanded to covering news within the overall gambling industry as a part-time writer.”
What Makes Keith a Gambling Expert?
Interest and experience—those are what make Keith Stein a gambling expert. He has approximately 15 years of experience observing and reporting on the iGaming industry.
His first visit to a casino was in 2011 (Charles Town, WV), and the gambling industry quickly became one of his preferred reporting topics. With the launch of online sports betting in Virginia in January 2021, he began covering sports wagering as a part-time journalist. Fast forward to 2025, and his focus has expanded to include broader developments in the U.S. gambling industry.
In addition to BonusFinder.com, Keith has contributed to Gambling.com, iGaming.com, and Catena Media.
Areas of Expertise
- Gambling Legislation: Keith consistently stays ahead of upcoming legislative changes in the U.S. Which states are proposing new licensing bills? Where has online casino legislation stalled? He provides the answers for both iGaming and sports betting enthusiasts. You will find instances of such reporting below.
- Casino Slot Games: An avid observer of online casino gaming since his first casino visit in 2011, Keith has written extensively on BonusFinder about leading slot games and emerging game software providers.
Personal Interests
Based in Barboursville, VA, Keith spends his time following developments in the Federal Aviation Administration, spacecraft, and astronomy. He has been a blogger since December 2010. His favorite music is by Godsmack.
